Head of Financial Operations - Telecel Ghana

• Financial Management & Reporting
• Oversee the management of accounts payable, accounts receivable, mobile money processes.
• Support timely and accurate financial reporting, ensuring adherence to IFRS and other applicable financial regulations.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy of financial transactions.
• Oversee validation, reconciliations & booking processes of all revenue streams (Voice, data, IDD, Interconnect & other)
• Cash Flow Management
• Support cash flow planning and liquidity management to ensure financial stability.
• Optimize working capital by managing accounts payable and receivable efficiently.
• Oversee relationships with Dealers & distributors (Sales, Reconciliations & collection)
• Oversee Accounts receivable daily & monthly reconciliations of all collection channels & ensure financial records reconcile with billing systems.
• Ensure efficient utilization of financial resources & adherence to financial commitments of vendors.
• Monitor Mobile money daily bank transactions & floats. Ensure adherence of the Mobile Money processes with Bank of Ghana as well as organizational regulations
• Internal Controls & Compliance
• Design and implement internal controls to mitigate financial risks.
• Ensure compliance with tax, regulatory, and financial reporting requirements.
• Process Improvement & Systems Optimization
• Drive continuous improvement of financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Work closely with IT and Finance teams to optimize the use of financial systems and automation tools
• Monitor and evaluate financial operations metrics to identify areas for improvement
• Stakeholder Management & Leadership
• Collaborate with senior management to align financial operations with business objectives.
• Lead and develop a high-performing Financial Operations team, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Maintain a solid team & ensure proper rotation between team members across financial operation functions.

• Strong understanding of financial operations, internal controls, and risk management.
• Deep knowledge of IFRS, tax laws, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Expertise in cash flow management, treasury operations, and financial reporting.
• Ability to lead and drive transformation initiatives in financial processes.
• Strong stakeholder management and leadership capabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.
• Proficiency in financial systems and ERP platforms.

• 7+ years of experience in financial operations, treasury, or financial reporting within a telecom, technology, or fast-moving industry.
• Qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA – Ghana, UK, or other ECOWAS institutes) or MBA from a reputable university.
• Demonstrable experience in managing financial operations teams and driving process improvements.
• Experience working with external auditors, regulatory authorities, and financial institutions.
• Strong proficiency in financial systems, ERP tools, and Excel

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